KernelScan MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install KernelScan in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http kernelscan https://kernelscan.io/mcp/

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "kernelscan": {
      "url": "https://kernelscan.io/mcp/"
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the KernelScan MCP server do?

Linux kernel CVE analyzer: upload a .config, get a CycloneDX VEX report of affecting CVEs.

Is the KernelScan MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does KernelScan run locally or remotely?

Remote. Hosted by the provider. You connect with a URL, nothing to install.

How do I add KernelScan to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http kernelscan https://kernelscan.io/mcp/

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